Mike Wallace, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers

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Mike Wallace will get a mega deal after the 2012 season. Whether it's with the Pittsburgh Steelers is another matter entirely.

The talented young flanker continues to be engaged in a standoff with the six-time Super Bowl winners regarding his next contract. A restricted free agent, Wallace has so far refused to sign his franchise tender and is seeking financial terms on a par with the NFL's elite receivers.

Wallace certainly has the big-play capability to justify a monster contract. The 25-year-old is arguably the league's most dangerous deep threat and is able to challenge any secondary vertically.

He has notched over 1,100 yards in each of the last two seasons and has added 18 touchdowns in that time frame. A similar performance this season will surely see someone make Wallace one of the league's highest-paid pass catchers.

Jairus Byrd, S, Buffalo Bills

Jairus Byrd is set to be a free agent following the 2012 season. Given how productive he has been for the Buffalo Bills, the 25-year-old should play his way into a monster new contract.

Byrd recorded 98 tackles in 2011 to improve on the 89 he notched in 2010.

A natural ball hawk, Byrd has developed into a complete safety. He has built on his spectacular 2009 rookie campaign when he snared nine interceptions.

Dave Wannstedt's promotion to defensive coordinator should see Byrd be even more of a force this year. Wannstedt has traditionally favored a defensive system which forces both run and pass plays toward the safeties.

Along with a fearsome pass rush—featuring Mario Williams and Mark Anderson—the schematic changes should see Byrd enjoy his finest season and be rewarded with a huge new deal.